Focusing on the evolution of development aid since the 1960s, the book critiques its initial promise of supporting the sovereignty of newly independent states, which later became a constraint on their self-determination. It explores the negative impacts of donor interference and the conditionality of aid, particularly through mechanisms like PRSP and HIPC. The author provides a legal analysis of these systems while offering concrete alternatives aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of development cooperation, ultimately advocating for a more empowering approach for developing countries.
